HELLO ASTHA TRIPATHI,
You were doing fine, but now due to some recent change maybe diet, stress, sleep, or weather your body isn’t nourishing your hair properly. That’s why you’re facing hair fall and thinning. Your skin is clean (which is great!), but the scars and dullness mean your internal system is slightly dry or undernourished. We’ll focus on feeding your skin and hair from inside using food, herbs, and natural oil care.
(Hair + Face + Internal Support)
Morning (Empty Stomach):
1 tsp Amla powder + warm water OR 1 tbsp Aloe vera juice + Amla juice mixed in ½ glass water
After Breakfast:
Bhringrajasava – 10 ml + equal water Saptamrita Lauha – 1 tablet
After Lunch:
Chyawanprash – 1 tsp Sukumar Ghrita – 1 tsp with warm water (improves absorption + skin glow)
Night (Before Sleep):
Triphala Churna – 1 tsp with warm water OR Brahmi Vati – 1 tablet if sleep is not deep or there’s stress
Hair & Skin External Routine (3–4 times/week) Hair Oil Before Bath (leave 1 hour minimum):
Mix Bhringraj Taila + Neelibhringadi Taila (equal parts) Warm it slightly and apply to scalp + hair length Massage for 10 mins and tie loosely
Post-Bath Hair Rinse:
Boil 1 tsp Triphala in 1 glass water → cool → strain → final rinse water after shampoo Use mild herbal shampoo (no harsh chemicals)
Face Pack (3 times/week):
Multani Mitti + Sandalwood + Rosewater (For scars: Add 2 drops lemon juice OR turmeric pinch) Keep for 15 mins, wash with cool water
Glow Tip:
Apply Kumkumadi Tailam (2–3 drops) at night on clean face Massage gently and leave overnight
Food Tips:
Have 1 tsp ghee with every meal Eat soaked almonds (4–5) + black raisins (5–6) every morning Avoid eating dry, spicy, or packaged food often
Add more iron and protein: spinach, beetroot, dal, moong, methi, jaggery
(if not done in past 6 months):
CBC Vitamin D3 Vitamin B12 Serum Ferritin (for iron stores) TSH (if hair fall persists despite all care)
Start this for 21 days sincerely, and your hair density and face glow will start showing up again.
If you have any doubts, you can contact me. Take care, Regards, DR.Karthika
Hey astha…Did you consult doctor for hairfall,or have any recent blood reports like hb, Sr.cal,vut D, B 12 For Hair Density + Hair Fall Control
Hair Oil Massage (3–4×/week) –
Neelibhringadi Tailam Increases hair density, nourishes root. ➡️ Warm slightly, massage gently into scalp at night or 2 hrs before wash
💊 Internal Hair Support (Herbal)
Herb Use
Amalaki Rasayan Strengthens hair follicles, boosts blood Bhringraj capsules Hair regrowth, stops fall Shatavari (if dry skin or stress) Hormonal & nourishment support Triphala churna (at night) Detox + improves absorption
Avoid spicy, oily and processed food. Regular exercise and meditation. Increase intake of raw vegetables and fruits. Tab.Saptamrut lauh 2-0-2 Tab.Bhringraj 2-0-2 Sy.Amypure 15ml twice
Black Sesame Seed Powder - 100 grams Bhringraj Churna - 100 grams Aamalki Rasayan - 200 grams Mukta Shukti - 10 grams Saptamrita Loha - 20 grams Dhatri Loha - 10 grams Mix all the medicines and make 60 doses.Take in the morning and evening, half-an-hour before meals with water, honey or milk. Once check your thyroid levels Include high protein ( sprouts) fruits vegetables in your diet
Take amalaki rasayan 1-0-1 after food with water
Bhringraj ghanvati 1-0-1 after food with water
Ashwagandha churan 0-0-1tsp at bedtime with milk
Lightly massage your scalp twice weekly with Amla oil keep overnight and wash in the morning with mild herbal shampoo.
For improving glow on your face, apply kumkumadi oil on alternate night before, Aloe vera gel on face on other days at night keep overnight.
All the above medicine will help improve your hair density and prevents hairfall
HELLO ASTHA,
You mentioned -hairfall and thinning started recently -facial scars - no acne currently -skin looks dull, no glow -good digestion overall, but occasional acidity - normal menstrual cycle, no chronic disease
From an ayurvedic perspective, your body is basically healthy, but there are a few early imbalances developing in your doshas(natural energies) and dhatus(body tissues)
UNDERSTANDING HAIRFALL AND THINNIG
Ayurveda says hair is a byproduct of bone tissue(asthi dhatu) and is nourished by blood(rakta) and plasma(rasa dhatu)
THERE ARE 3 REASONS FOR YOUR HAIR ISSUES
1) PITTA IMBALANCE= pitta is the energy of heat and transformation. When it increases due to stress, late nights, spicy foods or sun exposure, it can overheat the scalp, causing inflammation in hair roots-> hair starts falling
2) VATA AGGRAVATION= vata controls movement and dryness . if vata is high, it dries out your scalp, making hair brittle and thin
3) WEAK NOURISHMENT TO HAIR TISSUES= even if you eat healthy, your tissues may not be absorbing nutrients properly due to mild digestive weakness or minor toxin buildup-> hair roots dont get full nutrition-> thinning
UNDERSTANING SKIN SCARS AND DULLNESS
1) RAKTA DHATU IS SLIGHTLY IMPURE -even though your digestion feels good, small amounts of toxins can build up in the blood due to occasional acidity, poor sleep, or environmental factors-> this causes scars or marks on the skin
2) OJAS(ITAL GLOW) IS LOW -Ojas is the essence of good health. when Ojas is low due to stress, tiredness, irregular sleep, or dehydration, your skin looks tired or dull, even if there’s no acne
3) NO FRESH NOURISHMENT TO SKIN CELLS -your outer skin depends on the health of your rasa(plasma) and rakta(blood). If these aren’t being refreshed properly, healing slows down-> old scars stay longer and skin loses its natural shine
AYURVEDA AIMS TREATMENT TO -Cool and nourish your body internally -purify your blood to reduce scars and clear skin - strengthen digestion -to improve nutrient absorption -adopt a gentle rouitne= including massage, yoga, diet, and medicines)
MANAGEMENT PLAN
1) HAIRFALL AND LOW DENSITY
-BHRINGARAJASAVA= 15ml with water twice daily after meals =nourishes liver, supports hair growth
-ASHWAGANDHA CHURNA= 1 tsp at night with warm milk =balances stress, vata and improves asthi
-AMLA CAPSULES= 1 cap with warm water morning empty stomach =rasayana, enhances rasa and hair pigmentation
-YASHTI MADHU CHURNA= 1/2 tsp with ghee morning and evening =supports adrenal health, improves quality of hair
NASYA THERAPY= instill 2 drops of BALA TAILA in each nostril daily morning empty stomach =promotes hair health by nourishing brain and scalp area
* EXTERNAL TREATMENT
-MAHABRINGARAJ TAILA= warm oil, gentle scalp massage for 10-15 mins thrice weekly =strengthen roots, reduces vata
-KESH KANTI OR SHIKAKAI SHAMPOO= twice weekly for mild cleansing =prevent scalp dryness without chemical use
-HAIR MASK = 2 tbsp amla + brahmi churna + Aloe vera gel + curd =make paste and apply once weekly the rinse with mild shampoo = strengthen follicles, cools scalp
2) FOR SKIN GLOW OR SCAR MANAGEMENT
-MAHA MANJISTHA GHAN VATI= 1 tab twice daily with warm water after meals =blood purification, pigmentation
-KHADIRARISHTA= 15ml with equal water after meals twice daily =detoxifies blood, helps skin clarity
-NEEM CAPSULES= 1 cap after food twice daily =purifies skin and controls any inflammation
-CHANDRAPRABHA VATI= 2 tabs daily after meals =balances pitta and detoxifies skin
*EXTERNAL TREATMENT
UBTAN= besan+turmeric+sandalwood+milk+rose water = brightening exfoliation, removing scars
PACK= multani mitti + rose water + manjistha powder =deep cleansing, ear reduction
KUMKUMADI TAILA= 3 drops on face massage gently at night
ALOE VERA GEL (NATURAL)=direct from leaf apply at night
DIET TO BE FOLLOWED
GENERAL PRINCIPLES -include oily, sweet, cooling foods to pacify pitta and vata -avoid very spicy, sour, fried, or preserved food
INCLUDE -homemade ghee 2 tsp/day - soaked almonds, raisins, dates -cow milk or plant milk with cardamom and ghee -fresh fruits-especially pomegranate, papaya, amla - vegetables= beetroot, bottle gourd, spinach, ash gourd - whole grains-rice, wheat , barley - herbal teas= mint, licorice, chamomile
AVOID THESE -fermented foods- pickles, curd at night - cold water, soda, energy drinks - late night meals -reheating food multiple times
LIFESTYLE
MORNING ROUTINE
6-6:30AM= wake up, drink warm water with 1 tsp ghee or lemon
7 AM= light exercise, yoga, or walking
7:30 AM= oil massage thrice weekly
8 AM= bath with herbal powder(mix besan+turmeric+curd)
EVENING AND NIGHT
SUNSET= light dinner-soup,khichdi, dal
8 PM= Kumkumadi taila face massage
9:30-10 PM= sleep, avoid screens 1 hour before bed
YOGA AND PRANAYAM -Sarvangasana= 1-2 min, increases blood flow to scalp - Balasana= 2 min, relieves stress - Adho much svanasana= 2-3 min, strengthens scalp and brain - Anulom-vilom= 10 min, balances vata-pitta - Bhramari= 5 min, improves skin buster and mental calmness
You’re young and have no chronic illness your periods are normal you already eat fairly well these are early stage imbalances and can be reversed naturally
By following this plan consistently for 2-3 months, you can see -stronger, thicker hair - reduced hair fall - lightened scars - glowing, clearer skin -more mental calmness and better digestion
DO FOLLOW
HOPE THIS MIGHT BE HELPFUL
THANK YOU
DR. MAITRI ACHARYA
Bhringamalakadi Taila - extly apply and massage for 10 min.-2 times
Jeevamrita Leha or Chyavanaprasha Leha-1 tsf- 2 times after food with milk
3- Shuddha Shilajatu-250mg
+ Saptamrita Loha - 500
+ bhringaraja Churna -3gm with ghee and honey after food 2 times a day
selected hair treatment for three months before you will see results.
Vamana-Ma Virechana-I
Diet and Lifestyle
Pathya: Fresh fruits, fresh vegetables, nutritious food, adequate sleep
Apathya: Avoid salt, sugar, tobacco, and alcohol. Overconsumption of salt and sugar increases dandruff and hairloss. Avoid large amounts of vitamin A.
Avoid strong soaps, shampoo or hair sprays. Only use mild castile soaps. Hats and wigs are apt to cause hair to fall out faster, since they limit the air to the scalp. Avoid tension, stress, worry and hurry.
To address hair fall and increase hair density, it’s important to understand your dosha, as imbalance may impact hair health. For most cases, it’s Vata and Pitta that are culprits. Include a diet rich in proteins, omega-3 fatty acids, and iron. Almonds, walnuts, flaxseeds, and sesame seeds will be beneficial. Drink amla (Indian gooseberry) juice daily in the morning which nourishes the hair follicles and promotes growth. Applying Bhringraj oil regularly to your scalp can help; gently massage it in circular motions, then leave it overnight or at least for a few hours before washing it off with a mild herbal shampoo.
For skin, given the presence of scars but absence of major acne concerns, focus on regeneration and pitta balancing. Include turmeric and neem powder in your diet. Fresh aloe vera gel can be applied directly on scars; leave it for about 20 minutes before rinsing off. To add glow, consider making face pack with sandalwood powder and rose water, it cools the skin and gives a glow. Drinking lots of water and a few tulsi leaves or rose petals soaked overnight also aid in enhancing glow.
Avoid excessive caffeine and spicy, oily foods that disrupt your body’s balance. Daily Pranayama, especially alternate nostril breathing, is excellent for maintaining overall stress which might be affecting your hair and skin.
Consult a healthcare professional if symptoms persist or worsen to ensure there aren’t underlying nutritional deficiencies or health concerns. A balanced approach through these dietary, lifestyle and topical measures should aid in improving your hair and skin health over time. Keep consistent with these practices for at least few months to see noticeable results, as both hair and skin regeneration takes time.
HELLO ASTHA,
ROOT CAUSE ACCORDING TO AYURVEDA
-HAIRFALL AND THINNIG= primarily linked with vata-pitta imbalance, poor nourishment to asthi dhatu and weak rasa rakta dhatu -Skin scars and dullness= due to rakta dushti, pitta aggravation, and subtle toxins
1) INTERNAL MEDICATIONS
FOR HAIR DENSTITY AND FALL REDUCTION
-BRINGARAJASAVA= 15 ml with water after meals twice daily =nourishes hair roots and improves liver function
-KESHYA RASAYANA= 1 tsp morning empty stomach = hair specific rasayana for density
-NARASIMHA RASAYANA= 1 tsp with warm milk evening =builds tissues and strengthens hair
-GUDUCHI SATVA= 250 mg after breakfast with water =immuno modulator and detoxifier, help with rakta Suddhi
B) FOR SKIN GLOW AND SCAR HEALING
-RAKTAMOKSHAK VATI(UNJHA BRAND)= 1 tab after lunch =purifies blood, reduces pigmentation
-KUMKUMADI LEHYAM= 1 tsp at bedtime =enhances skin glow from within
-SARIVADYASAVA= 15 ml with water after dinner =acts on skin rakta and pitta dosha
2) EXTERNAL APPLICATION (HAIR + FACE)
FOR HAIR -NEELIBRINGADI TAILA =massage thrice weekly leave overnight
-BRAHMI-AMLA HAIR PACK -mix brahmi powder + amla powder + Aloe vera + 2 tbsp yogurt =apply on scalp and hair, leave for 45 mins then wash with mild shikakai
FOR FACE=SCAR AND GLOW
-KUMKUMADI TAILA= nightly massage 5 drops Into face
-Mix massor dal powder + sandalwood + mulethi + raw milk or rose water =apply for 20 mins , gently scrub and wash
DIET ENHANCERS your current diet sounds good, but these tweaks will enhance your results
-include black sesame seeds-1 tsp daily -add soaked almonds 5 + 1 date in morning - drink triphala water at night (1 tsp triphala soaked overnight in warm water) - weekly detox day-light khichdi + warm water + herbal. teas
PANCHAKARMA(optional but highly beneficial) -takradhara -nasya with anutaila -raktamokshana-leech therapy
LIFESTYLE AND YOGA -sleep by 10 pm-crucial for hormonal balance and skin repair -hair specific yoga= sarvangasana, shashankasana, matsyasana -avoid hot water for head wash
THANK YOU
DR. HEMANSHU MEHTA
